1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1957 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. Both 1957 Austin A 40 and 1956 MG MGA are equipped with a 1,489 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 MG MGA.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 40 | MGA |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |